Lesson Plan

Smooth Sailing Through Transitions

Help the student understand upcoming transitions by reviewing visual schedules and practicing communication of distress using their AAC device.

This lesson supports the IEP goal by empowering the student to manage transitions confidently and reduce anxiety and challenging behaviors.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation Steps

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Review Visual Schedule

10 minutes

Step 3

AAC Communication Practice

10 minutes

Step 4

Cool Down

5 minutes

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Warm Up

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Cool Down

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Activity

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Slide Deck

Smooth Sailing Through Transitions

Introduce the lesson by welcoming the student and setting a positive tone. Briefly explain that this lesson is all about understanding changes and using the AAC device to share feelings during transitions.

Our Day's Journey

This slide visually represents the daily schedule. Point to key transition times. Use gestures or pointer to engage the student and encourage them to follow along with the visuals.

Communicate with Your AAC Device

Use this slide to model how to use the AAC device. Emphasize that the special button can be used whenever the student feels upset. Demonstrate using animations or gestures if available.

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Reading

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Smooth Sailing Through Transitions: Navigating Change with Confidence

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Molly Mulhern

Tier 3
For Districts